9 Days and 8 Nights Japan Peace Tour

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Overview

Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to learn about the pain of war
Marvel at the torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine on sea
Learn Japan’s culture and history in Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo

Itinerary Day by Day

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Day 1 Arrival in Osaka

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Welcome to Osaka, the second largest city in Japan. Yourtour guide will meet you at the Kansai Airport and accompany you to your hotelin Osaka by shuttle bus, which runs between 11:00 and 21:00. If your arrivaltime is beyond this time range, please go to your hotel on your own.

Accommodation：Hotel in Osaka

Day 2 Itsukushima Shrine

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You will be transferred to Hiroshima for sightseeing today.

Itsukushima Shrine

The Itsukushima Shrine was built to worship the Three Goddesses in Japanese fairy stories. Its huge Torii Gate, which stands in the sea, is the landmark of the shrine. Due to its unique location and scenery, the shrine is regarded as the center of the Japanese religions.

Meals：Breakfast

Accommodation：Hotel in Hiroshima

Day 3 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

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You will be transferred back to Osaka after visiting the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The park was built to remember the nuclear explosion committed by the American army. Every statue, poster, building and monument in the park remind people that they should never forget the pain of war, and peace is never easy to achieve.

Meals：Breakfast

Accommodation：Hotel in Osaka

Day 4 Osaka and Kyoto

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You will visit the Black Gate Market and Castle Park in Osaka first, and then take a train to Kyoto to visit two religious sites.

Black Gate Market

Located in the central of Osaka, the Black Gate Market is local people’s must-go places. Seafood, fresh meat, vegetable, and fruit, every you need for cooking can be found here. It is a perfect place for tourists to learn about local culture.

Castle Park

With a history of 400 years, 13 ancient wood pavilions, gates and storehouses are the major attraction in the park. They were listed as National Historical Sites by the Japanese government. Entrance fee to the park is not included.

Kiyomizu-Dera

Initially built in 778 AD and listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1994, the Kiyomizu-Dera is the oldest temple in Kyoto. It is a good place to admire cherry blossom in spring and maple in autumn.

Fushimi-Inari Taisha

The Fushimi-Inari Taisha was built in the 8th century AD to worship the Inari God, who control the commerce in Japan. There are lots of statues of foxes in the Taisha, because local people believe foxes are the messengers for the Inari God. The torii gates behind the Taisha is a also a popular tourist attraction.

Meals：Breakfast Lunch

Accommodation：Hotel in Kyoto

Day 5 Kyoto Highlights

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Arashiyama

Arashiyama is the most renowned scenic area in Kyoto, where there are countless ancient relics. Your tour guide will give you an insightful introduction to the most-visited ones.

Sagano Sightseeing Train

Although the Sagano Sightseeing Train’s operation distance is only 7.3 kilometers, it offers tourists the best viewpoint to admire the bamboo forests, Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryuji Temple.

Nijo Castle

Initially built in 1603, the Nijo Castle was the symbol of the power of the Edo Shogunate. The decoration of the castle is even more luxury than the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.

Gion

Gion has been the largest Geisha area since 1665. Thousands of Geshias are working in the teahouses in this area. Many teahouses have a history of over 200 years.

Yasaka Shrine

There are over 3000 Yasaka Shrine in Japan. The one in signature Yasaka Shrine. The sacrificial activities in the shrine are very famous.

Meals：Breakfast Lunch

Accommodation：Hotel in Kyoto

Day 6 Go to Hakone

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Today, you will learn about Japanese culture in a jewelry shop and a tea garden. And then, go to a hotel in Hakone, where you will have a substantial dinner and take a hot spring bath.

Meals：Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Accommodation：Hotel in Hakone

Day 7 Fuji Mountain

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You will visit Fuji Mountain, the most sacred place in Japan, and then go to Tokyo to visit the Tokyo Tower and Shibuya, where is recommended for dinner and shopping.

Fuji Mountain

With an altitude of 3775.63 meters, the Fuji Mountain is the highest mountain and the most sacred place in Japan. The mountain is an active volcano, which has been sleeping for over 300 years. In order to pray for safety, local people built a temple at the foot of the mountain. Your guide will find the best place to admire the mountain for you.

Oshino Hakkai

The Oshino Hakkai, with a history of over 1200 years, is the name of eight springs near the Fuji Mountain. The most beautiful village sceneries in Japan can be seen in this area.

Tokyo Tower

Standing on the 249.9 meters high observation terrace, tourists can have a bird view of Tokyo City. During a clear day, even the Fuji Mountain is visible. Entrance fee to the tower is not included.

Meals：Breakfast Lunch

Accommodation：Hotel in Tokyo

Day 8 Tokyo City Tour

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Imperial Palace

The Imperial Palace was the emperors’ residence between 1888 and 1948. There is a big garden in the palace, where tourist can see many historical houses and colorful plants. During cherry blossom season, many tourists admire the blossom here.

Nujiubashi Bridge

Located in front of the gate of the Imperial Palace, the Nujiubashi Bridge is built above the moat of the Imperial Palace. It was a one-floor bridge when it was initially built, and later, another floor was built because the initial bridge was too close to the moat.

Senso-Ji Temple

The Senso-Ji Temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo. Thousands of local people pray for good luck here every year, so it is the best place to learn about Japanese culture. There are lots of festivals in the temple, so you can celebrate with local people whenever you go.

Tokyo Skytree

Standing 634 meters above the horizon, the Tokyo Skytree is the second highest skyscraper in the world. The 450-meter high observation terrace is the best place to have an aerial view of the Tokyo City.

Meals：Breakfast

Accommodation：Hotel in Shinjuku Area, Tokyo

Day 9 Japan Departure

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Your tour guide will help you board a bus to the airport after breakfast. The transfer fee is at your own expense.

Thank you for traveling around Japan with us. There are still many interesting places in Japan. Hope you like our service and let us arrange another Japan tour for you in future. Best wishes!

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